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New Parent's Guide : Infant Bathing

sunny199 2023. 10. 31. 10:40

It is important to wash infants once a day, particularly their hair, due to frequent feedings and calorie burning, which can lead to higher body temperatures. 

Failure to wash their hair may result in greasiness.

To ensure a deep and peaceful sleep for your infant:

It's optimal to bathe your baby before feeding them.

Limit the bathing time to a maximum of 10 minutes.

 


 

Five Items need to be ready prior to doing the bath. 

Baby size tub 

Dried towel 🧼 

Diapers 

Baby clothes 👕 

Alcohol cotton 🍶 

* Body lotion 🧴-> optional  

 

Prepare water at a slightly higher temperature than lukewarm to ensure the baby's comfort and prevent them from feeling cold. The water will gradually cool down to the ideal temperature over time.

 

Holding the position for an infant, 

Supporting the baby is akin to holding a rugby ball, ensuring your face is gently inclined towards your precious little one.

 

 
 



Here's the sequential procedure for washing

1. Begin with the face (only with water).

2. Move on to the hair (with baby shampoo) 

3. Proceed to the body (with the cord - wipes only, put an infant in the water once the cord detached 

For the face, use water only.

Gently cleanse the eyes by wiping from the inner corner to the outer corner using your thumb.

Afterwards, pat dry.

 

Hair Care

1. Start by rinsing hair.

2. Proceed to shampoo, gently massaging and cleansing the scalp.

3. Thoroughly wash hair.

4. Pat and dry.

Clothing should still be worn up to this stage. Use a wet towel to gently cleanse the body, taking care of the umbilical cord area until it is detached.

 

Final Step  

1. Baby Belly Button Care: Lay the baby and gently clean the base of the cord with the alcohol cotton. 

2. Diaper Time: Make sure the cord to exposed   🩲👶

3. Baby's mealtime – fill 'em up! 🍼 

4. Sweet Dreams  😴 

5. Chill Mode: Parents kick back for a bit 👫

 

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Every touch, every smile, and every tender moment shared during these routines strengthens the beautiful bond and it will last forever